As a Result of Controversy Over the Use of Deception

question 227

Multiple Choice

As a result of controversy over the use of deception in research:

• A) the APA now does not allow deception.
• B) debriefing is required when deception is used.
• C) participants who are deceived must receive therapy free of charge if requested.
• D) deception is allowed only if the participants are volunteers.

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Definitions:

Media Violence

The depiction of aggressive or harmful behavior in various forms of media, and its potential impact on audience behavior and attitudes.

Aggressive Behaviour

Aggressive behaviour is actions intended to harm or intimidate others, which can be physical or verbal, and motivated by various underlying factors.

Long-Term Effects

The lasting consequences or impacts of an event, action, or condition that may not be apparent immediately but are observed over a prolonged period.

Behaviour Modification Program

A systematic approach to changing behaviors through the application of principles of learning, including reinforcement and punishment.